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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805261

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This image displays a page from an exhibition catalog or academic publication, featuring two ancient artifacts illustrated with black-and-white photographs and accompanied by descriptive text.

The page has a slightly crumpled, off-white background. The main visual content is divided into these components:


Artifact 7: Caryatid Mirror

  • Location: Displayed on the left side of the page.
  • Description: The photograph shows a tall, elaborate Greek bronze mirror, identified as Archaic (Argive or Corinthian) and dating to approximately 470 B.C. It stands about 0.28 meters tall.
  • Design: The mirror is supported by a statuette of a maiden in a Doric chiton. She stands on a three-footed base and holds a dove in her right hand. A hook on her back is meant for lifting or hanging the mirror. The large, circular mirror disc is mounted on a triangular spread of volutes (scroll-like ornaments) that flank a palmette. A frontal siren (a mythological creature, typically half-woman, half-bird) surmounts the entire decorative complex.
  • Note on Material: The text explains that the difference in patina (surface color) suggests a different bronze alloy, possibly with more tin, was used for the reflective disc.

Artifact 8: Warrior Statuette

  • Location: Displayed on the right side of the page.
  • Description: The photograph shows a slender, elongated bronze statuette of a warrior, identified as Etruscan and dating to the early 5th century B.C. It stands about 0.191 meters tall.
  • Design: The warrior is depicted in a dynamic pose, wearing an Attic helmet with turned-up cheekpieces, a cuirass (body armor), and greaves (shin guards). His right arm is raised (presumably to hold a spear, which is now missing), and his left arm is held forward (presumably to hold a shield).
  • Interpretation: The text notes it is uncertain whether this and similar statuettes represent mortal warriors or gods.

Text Blocks:

  • Catalog Entries: Below each photograph are numbered catalog descriptions (7 and 8) providing details on the artifact's origin, date, dimensions, and museum loan information (Royal Ontario Museum for the mirror; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College for the warrior).
  • Main Text Block: At the bottom of the page, a continuous paragraph of text discusses broader archaeological and historical themes, including:
    • The role of Crete as an artistic and technological center in the 7th century B.C., referencing captured war trophies ( helmets and mitrai) inscribed with the name Synenitos.
    • The symbolic meaning of these objects as evidence of Greek commitment to freedom.
    • The development of the Early Archaic kouroi (standing male nudes) from Ionia as precursors to monumental stone statues of ideal youths.

In summary, the image is a scholarly presentation page showcasing two distinct ancient bronze sculptures—a Greek caryatid mirror and an Etruscan warrior statuette—along with detailed descriptions and contextual text placing them within the wider development of early Greek and Etruscan art.

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The image shows a page from a catalog or historical documentation, featuring two ancient artifacts. The left side of the page features a "Caryatid mirror" from Argive or Corinthian origin, dated around 470 B.C. The mirror is characterized by a figure of a maiden in a Doric chiton holding a dove in her right hand. The base of the mirror has three lion feet, and the handle transitions to a disc decorated with volutes and a palmette. The mirror is lent by the Royal Ontario Museum.

The right side of the page presents a "Warrior" statuette from the early 5th century B.C., attributed to Etruscan origin. The warrior, measuring 0.191 meters in height, would have held a spear and a shield, and is depicted wearing an Attic helmet with cheek-pieces turned up, a cuirass, and greaves. The figure is lent by the Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College.

The text on the page provides additional context and information about the artifacts, including their origin, dimensions, and historical significance. The background of the page is white, and the text and images are in grayscale.

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This image appears to be a page from a book or catalog discussing ancient artifacts. The page is divided into two main sections, each with a photograph and a descriptive text.

  1. Left Side:

    • Artifact: A Caryatid mirror from Argive or Corinthian, dating back to around 470 B.C. The mirror has a height of 0.28 meters and is lent by the Royal Ontario Museum.
    • Description: The mirror features a maiden standing on a base with three lion feet, holding a dove in her right hand. The transition from the handle to the disc is marked by a triangular spread of volutes flanking a palmette. A frontal siren with a hook on her back for lifting or hanging the mirror surmounts the decorative complex. The difference in patina color suggests the use of a different alloy for the reflective surface of the disc.
  2. Right Side:

    • Artifact: A Warrior statuette from Etruscan, early 5th century B.C. with a height of 0.191 meters. It is lent by the Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College.
    • Description: The elongated warrior would have held a spear poised for the throw in his right hand and carried a shield on his left arm. He wears an Attic helmet with cheek-pieces turned up, a cuirass, and greaves. It is uncertain whether this and similar warrior statuettes represent mortal warriors or gods.

The text below the images discusses the role of Crete in the emerging Greek world during the latter half of the seventh century, mentioning war trophies captured from the enemy in battle and inscribed around 600 B.C. with the name of the victor Synenitos. The text also touches on the Early Archaic kouroi, or standing male nudes, from Ionia, which mirrored the monumental stone statues of ideal youths that monopolized the attention of Greek sculptors.

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The image is a black-and-white photograph of a page from a book. The page features two illustrations of ancient artifacts, along with descriptive text. The first illustration is a mirror, which appears to be a large, circular object with a handle. The mirror is held by a figure, possibly a goddess, who is depicted in a standing position. The second illustration is a statue of a warrior, which is shown in a dynamic pose, with one arm raised and the other holding a shield. The text describes the artifacts in detail, providing information about their origins, materials, and historical significance. Overall, the image appears to be a scholarly resource for studying ancient art and culture.

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The image appears to be a page from a book or catalogue featuring two ancient Greek artifacts. The first image shows a Caryatid mirror, which is a decorative mirror supported by a female figure in a standing pose. The second image depicts a warrior figure, likely from the Etruscan civilization, wearing armor and holding a spear. The accompanying text provides descriptions and historical context for the artifacts. The page has a white background with black text and images.

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The image shows an open book page displaying two historical artifacts accompanied by descriptive text.

Left Side: Caryatid Mirror

  • Artifact Description: A Caryatid mirror from Argive or Corinthian, dating to approximately 470 B.C. The mirror is mounted on a base with three lion feet.
  • Design Features:
    • The mirror is held by a figurine of a maiden in a Doric chiton, who stands with her right hand raised.
    • The transition from the handle to the disc is achieved by a triangular spread of volutes flanking a palmette.
    • A frontal siren, with a book on her back for lifting the mirror or hanging it on a wall, is part of the decorative complex.
    • The disc is made of a different alloy (possibly with a higher percentage of tin) than the rest of the mirror, suggesting a deliberate design choice for the reflective surface.
  • Dimensions: Height is 0.38 m, length is not specified in the visible text.

Right Side: Warrior Statue

  • Artifact Description: An Etruscan warrior statue from the 5th century B.C., with a height of 0.91 m. The statue is lent by the Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College.
  • Design Features:
    • The warrior is depicted in a dynamic pose, holding a spear poised for the throw in his right hand, and carrying a shield held in his left arm.
    • The figure is clad in cheeky pieces, a curved up, and greaves. The warrior is intended to represent mortal warriors and gods, not specific historical or divine figures.
    • The statue is made of Attic bronze.

Textual Context

  • The accompanying text provides historical and cultural context for both artifacts, discussing their significance, craftsmanship, and artistic value.
  • The text also references broader themes, such as the role of Crete in the artistic and technological spearhead of the emerging Greek world during the 7th century B.C., and the symbolic and prophetic nature of early Archaic kouroi.

Overall Layout

  • The page is formatted as a museum or academic catalog, with detailed descriptions and illustrations of the artifacts.
  • The left side features the Caryatid mirror, while the right side showcases the Etruscan warrior statue.
  • The text is organized into numbered entries (7 and 8), providing a structured and informative presentation of the artifacts.

This page appears to be from a historical or archaeological publication, likely focusing on ancient Greek and Etruscan art and artifacts.

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This image shows a printed page that includes photographs of two ancient artifacts accompanied by descriptive text.

  1. Left Artifact: A "Caryatid mirror" from around 470 B.C., described as originating from Argive or Corinthian culture. The mirror features intricate details, including a figure standing on a base with three lion feet, holding a dove in the right hand. Above the reflective disc, there is a palmette and a frontal siren. The transition from the handle to the disc includes elaborate decorations.

  2. Right Artifact: A "Warrior" figurine, Etruscan, from the early 5th century B.C. The statuette depicts a tall male figure with elongated proportions, possibly meant to represent a warrior or a god. He wears armor, holds a spear (not shown), and carries a shield. The accompanying text explores the cultural significance and historical context of the figurine, linking it to artistic and technological developments during the rise of Crete and Etruscan influences.

Both artifacts are accompanied by descriptive text explaining their origins, details of their design, and their historical and cultural significance.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible. Each page features a photograph of an ancient artifact. On the left page, there is a photograph of a circular object that appears to be a mirror with an ornamental handle. The text accompanying the image contains information about the object, including its measurements and the material it's made from.

On the right page, there's a photograph of a figurine that appears to be a warrior or a similar figure, standing with outstretched arms. The accompanying text likely informs the reader about the historical context, the material, and the significance of the figure. There's also mention of a shield that the figure is holding in its left arm.

Both photographs are monochrome, and the artifact descriptions suggest these are items from antiquity, detailing their historical and cultural significance. The text below the images seems to discuss the artifacts in the context of history and possibly their role in the field of archaeology or art history.

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The image shows a page from a book or catalog featuring black and white photos of two ancient artifacts along with descriptive text.

  1. On the left side, there is an image of a Caryatid mirror dated around 470 B.C. The mirror features a figure of a maiden in a Doric chiton holding a dove in her right hand. Above the circular reflective surface is a siren with a hook on her back, used for hanging the mirror. The base of the mirror has three lion feet.

  2. On the right side, there is an image of an elongated Etruscan warrior statuette from the early 5th century B.C. The warrior is depicted with a tall headdress and stands in a dynamic pose. The text explains the warrior would have held a spear in the right hand and a shield on the left arm, wearing an Attic helmet, cuirass, and greaves.

The text provides additional historical context on these items, describing their origin, construction, and cultural significance. The Caryatid mirror is lent by the Royal Ontario Museum, while the warrior figurine is lent by the Allen Memorial Art Museum at Oberlin College. There is also partial text beneath the warrior figure discussing armor and Greek history.

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  • The image is a black-and-white page from a museum/catalog publication, showing illustrations (photographs) of ancient artifacts with captioned descriptions.
  • It features two main artifacts labeled with numbers (7 and 8):
      1. A caryatid mirror (Argive or Corinthian, around 470 BC). A circular bronze mirror disk supported by a standing female figure (a caryatid) and topped with a small finial figure. The surface of the mirror appears worn/patinaed, and the overall piece is about a foot tall.
      1. A warrior figure (Etruscan, early 5th century BC). A tall, slender sculpture of a standing warrior with a helmet and raised arm, wearing a short tunic and leggings; it has the elongated, stylized form typical of early Greek/Etruscan figurines.
  • There is also a block of descriptive text on the page explaining the objects, their origins, and context.
  • Overall, the page presents a comparative display of ancient metalwork and sculpture.